Transfusion Medicine

Revised and updated throughout, the 2nd Edition offers a concise, clinically focused and practical approach to the diagnosis and management of the full range of issues in transfusion and blood banking. The author reviews the most common disorders involving red blood cells, white blood cells and haemostasis and examines each disease state with discussions of underlying pathophysiology, clinical features, up-to-date lab tests and current management strategies.Presents the practice-proven experience of a leader in the field of pathology and hematology. Includes chapter summaries throughout for quick access to key guidance.Offers complete, quick access guidance on the full range of topics in blood bank and transfusion-from blood collection and storage...to testing and transfusing blood components...to cellular engineering.Discusses the latest developments, including HP growth factors and cellular engineering. Features a wealth of new illustrations and line drawings.